{"product_id":"carolina-allspice-shrub","title":"Carolina Allspice Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarolina Allspice\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCalycanthus floridus\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Sweetshrub, Sweet Betsy, or Bubby Bush, is a native shrub that brings rich history, sensory beauty, and ecological value to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003eA rounded, deciduous shrub native to the Southeast, Carolina Allspice is celebrated for its spicy-sweet spring flowers and glossy, aromatic foliage. Typically growing \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"167\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1\"\u003e6 to 9 feet tall\u003c\/b\u003e in the home landscape (up to 12 feet in deep shade), it thrives everywhere from full sun to deep forest understories. Nearly every part of this plant—flowers, leaves, wood, and roots—releases a delightful, fruity fragrance when bruised or crushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unusual maroon, strap-petaled flowers scented of strawberry, pineapple, and banana appear from mid-spring into early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eAncient Evolutionary History:\u003c\/b\u003e Features primitive flowers that evolved before bees existed, acting as a critical host and food source for native \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"144\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eNitidulid beetles\u003c\/b\u003e (its primary pollinators).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic Foliage \u0026amp; Bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy green leaves turn golden-yellow in fall and release a spicy scent when crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,3,0\"\u003eShade-Tolerant \u0026amp; Clay-Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Easily grows in full sun to deep shade and effortlessly tolerates heavy clay, poor drainage, and a wide range of soil pH.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,4,0\"\u003eSongbird Sanctuary:\u003c\/b\u003e A dense, suckering, twiggy habit provides excellent low-profile cover and nesting sites for songbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Maintenance \u0026amp; Deer-Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The same aromatic compounds that humans love make this shrub highly unpalatable to deer and rabbits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown non-GMO and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/neonicotinoids-kill-butterflies-thats-why-we-dont-use-them\"\u003eneonicotinoid-free\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure a healthy ecosystem for your local wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shrub ships in a one gallon container with established root mass. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Carolina Allspice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6\"\u003eCarolina Allspice pairs nostalgic sensory beauty with effortless, problem-solving resilience. It is the ultimate \"plant it and forget it\" choice for difficult garden spots, thriving in heavy clay, wet soil, and deep shade where other shrubs struggle. Whether planted near a patio to enjoy its fruity, old-fashioned fragrance or utilized as a dense, deer-resistant border, it supports local biodiversity and provides invaluable nesting shelter for songbirds season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"padding-left: 20px; list-style-position: outside;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant in full sun to deep shade. (In hot southern climates, afternoon shade is preferred to keep the foliage looking its best). Prefers moist, well-drained loams but adapts beautifully to heavy clay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it tolerates occasional dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal care required. If you wish to maintain a specific size or shape, simply prune right after it finishes blooming in early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on planting, view our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/how-to-plant-your-native-plants\"\u003eHow to Plant Your Native Plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide and other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\/tag\/planting-tips\"\u003eplanting tips\u003c\/a\u003e in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/content.gardenforwildlife.com\/learn\"\u003eGarden for Wildlife Learning Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the multi-sensory charm of Carolina Allspice to your landscape—a historic native shrub that rewards you with fragrant maroon flowers from mid-April through summer while welcoming unique pollinators and songbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden for Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":54347144036718,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-CRLALLSPICE-1GAL-1","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":54347144069486,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-CRLALLSPICE-1GAL-2","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":54347144102254,"sku":"GFW-ECOM-COL-CRLALLSPICE-1GAL-4","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0521\/4047\/4568\/files\/CarolinaAllspice_Calycanthusfloridus_5.png?v=1784308706","url":"https:\/\/gardenforwildlife.com\/products\/carolina-allspice-shrub","provider":"Garden for Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}